[Standard] A Collection of Songs You Want to Listen to While Driving—Tunes You'll Find Yourself Humming
What kind of music do you play when you go for a drive? On the highway, you want tracks that pump you up, and when cruising through the night scenery, you might prefer something with a moodier vibe.
The perfect BGM changes depending on your companion, the scene, and how you feel that day.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended tracks to listen to while driving! If you read to the end, you’re sure to find at least one song you’ll want to add to your playlist.
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[Classic] A Collection of Songs You Want to Listen to While Driving — Music You Can't Help But Hum Along To (61–70)
Soul RevolutionSuperfly
Superfly captivates many fans with her overwhelming vocal prowess and powerful voice.
This track is one of her more up-tempo and intense songs, which really brings out the strength of her vocals.
Let this song boost your energy and keep your long drive fun all the way to the end.
Joyfulikimonogakari
Ikimono-gakari is popular across a wide range of listeners.
Since this song was often played on TV as a Pocky commercial tune, many of you have probably heard it.
If everyone sings this high-energy track together, true to its name “Joyful,” you’re guaranteed to have a fun drive!
travelingUtada Hikaru
As the title suggests, this is the perfect track for a road-trip drive.
The moderate tempo and rhythm will lift your spirits and make the drive fly by.
When you’re cruising down the highway at night, it’s guaranteed to match perfectly with the city lights and streetlamps along the road!
Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanīzu
A hidden gem of rock: “Shinya Kousoku (Midnight Highway)” by The Flower Companyz.
When you’re troubled, there are times when talking to someone won’t help, right? In those moments, put this song on and go for a drive.
It’s a bold, no-nonsense track that blows away your frustration and worries, and takes you back to your roots.
My WayMirei Touyama
An early song by Mirei Toyama, a singer who’s currently in the spotlight.
Fellow singer Shota Shimizu wrote and produced the track.
With Mirei Toyama’s powerful, beautiful vocals and lyrics that give you a gentle push, it quietly encourages you while putting you in a mellow mood.
Listening to it while driving might make your troubles feel like they’re slipping away.
MapsMaroon 5
As expected, every Maroon 5 song is perfect for a drive, but this time I’m pushing this one.
It has just the right vibe for a night drive or an upbeat, heart‑pounding ride.
It’s the perfect track for that “here we go!” moment—right before a date or just before meeting up to head out.
far awayASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
A well-known classic by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION, this track opens with a heavy bassline and is packed with fresh, uplifting lyrics that feel great to sing—perfect for a drive.